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The Effect of Bio-Based Polyamide 10.10 and Treated Fly Ash on Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Polyamide 6 Properties
Summary
This study developed composite materials by blending bio-based polyamide 10.10 and treated fly ash into glass-fiber-reinforced polyamide 6, aiming to reduce reliance on conventional synthetic reinforcements. The hybrid composites showed up to 18% higher impact strength and 35% greater tensile strain than the standard glass-fiber composite, suggesting potential as a more sustainable automotive material.
Increased concern for human health and the environment has pushed various industries to adopt new approaches towards satisfying modern regulations. Strategies to achieve these approaches include utilizing lightweight materials, repurposing waste materials, and substituting synthetic polymers with bio-based counterparts. This study investigates the effects of treated fly ash (C) and bio-based polyamide 10.10 (PA10) on the thermal, morphological, and mechanical properties of glass fiber (GF)-reinforced polyamide 6 (PA6). Our main objective was to develop a composite that would allow for the partial replacement of glass fiber in reinforced polyamide 6 composites (PA6-30G) while maintaining a favorable balance of mechanical properties. Composites processed via melt processing demonstrated enhanced mechanical properties compared to PA6-30G. Notably, significant improvements were observed in impact strength and tensile strain at break. The addition of PA10 resulted in increases of 18% in impact strength and 35% in tensile strain relative to PA6-30G. Complementary, structural and morphological analyses confirmed strong interfacial interactions within the composite matrix. These findings indicate that a PA6/PA10 hybrid composite may represent a viable alternative material for potential automotive applications.